The Plaza Overview
Look, I’ll be honest – when you first walk into The Plaza, it’s one of those moments where you actually understand why people make such a fuss about certain hotels. The lobby hits you with this old-school grandeur that somehow doesn’t feel stuffy, and there’s always this low hum of activity that makes you feel like you’re part of something important happening in the city.
What really gets me about this place is the location – I mean, you’re literally at the corner of Central Park South and Fifth Avenue, which sounds fancy but practically means you can stumble out of bed and be people-watching in the park in about two minutes. The view from the park-facing rooms is honestly spectacular, especially in fall when the trees are changing, though you’ll pay for it. The street-facing rooms can get a bit noisy (this is midtown Manhattan, after all), but there’s something energizing about hearing the city hum below you. The rooms themselves feel properly luxurious without being overdone – marble bathrooms that actually have decent water pressure, beds that are firm but not hard, and those little touches like the monogrammed everything that reminds you where you are.
You know what I love? The staff genuinely seems to know their stuff about the neighborhood. Ask the concierge about dinner and they won’t just point you toward the touristy spots – they’ll actually tell you about that little Italian place on 57th that doesn’t look like much from outside but has incredible pasta. The Oak Room bar has this classic New York energy, though it gets packed with both hotel guests and locals, especially on weekends. Parking is brutal (welcome to Manhattan), but the valet makes it painless if you’re willing to pay hotel prices. Check-in can be a bit of a scene during busy periods – lots of well-dressed people with serious luggage situations – but they handle it smoothly. The elevator banks are these gorgeous old-fashioned affairs, though sometimes you’ll wait a few minutes during peak times. What struck me most was how it manages to feel both timeless and alive – like it’s been part of the city’s fabric forever but isn’t just coasting on reputation. Sure, it’s expensive, but honestly, if you’re going to splurge on a New York hotel experience, this is the kind of place that actually delivers on what it promises.
The Plaza Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Plaza Room | 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe King Room | 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child |
| Grand Luxe Room | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Edwardian Suite | extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children |
| The Carnegie Suites | extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Junior Suite | extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Deluxe King Room – Mobility Accessible | 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds | 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Grand Deluxe King Room | 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Three Bedroom Royal Suite with Three Bathrooms and View | 6 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Eloise King Room | 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 2 children |
| Pulitzer King Suite with Roll-In Shower and Butler – Mobility Accessible | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Grand Penthouse Two Bedroom Terrace Suite with Central Park View | 4 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Grand Luxe Family Queen Room with Sofa Bed | 1 sofa bed and 2 large double beds for 6 adults |
| Penthouse King Suite with Sofa Bed and Terrace | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults |
| Vanderbilt Two-Bedroom King Suite with Butler | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed for 6 adults |
| Pulitzer King Suite with Butler | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults |
Reviews of The Plaza
Dawn from United States (9/10)
The Plaza was exceptional. The staff was outstanding – every single person we interacted with. Room service, valet, bellhop, security, housekeeping, front desk team, and especially the manager whose name was Teak – each and every one, stellar.
Olivia from Ireland (9/10)
Iconic status
Kim from United States (9/10)
The decor!
Claire from United Kingdom (9/10)
Traditional world known hotel. Beautiful Christmas decor. Real NYC character . Think home alone!!
Viktoriia from United States (7/10)
Location and design
Hesham from Egypt (8/10)
The location, the interior design
David from Australia (9/10)
Beautiful hotel, the rooms are very generous and comfortable. The rooms were very clean
O'sullivan from Ireland (9/10)
Excellent
Melissa from United States (9/10)
Come on, it’s the Plaza. Literally no place like it in the world with facilities and an atmosphere unmatched.
Timur from Russia (7/10)
Location
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Cop Cot: 350 m
- Trump Tower: 200 m
- Central Park Zoo: 500 m
- Fermi Playground: 350 m
- Ancient Playground: 250 m
- Museum of Modern Art: 600 m
- City Parks Foundation: 500 m
- New York Central Park: 0 m
- 120 Central Park South: 350 m
- Central Park-South Entrance: 350 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Palm Court: 6 m
- Restaurant Champagne Bar: 6 m
- Restaurant Todd English Food Court: 50 m
Top attractions:
- Bryant Park: 1.7 km
- Central Park: 700 m
- The High Line: 4.3 km
- Top of the Rock: 900 m
- Chrysler Building: 1.9 km
- Flatiron Building: 3 km
- Strawberry Fields: 1.5 km
- Rockefeller Center: 750 m
- Empire State Building: 2.2 km
- Metropolitan Museum of Art: 1.9 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Pond: 100 m
- Peak Kings Bluff (31m): 6 km
Public transport:
- Metro57th Street – Midtown: 350 m
- Train Grand Central Station: 1.7 km
- Train New York Penn Station: 2.8 km
- Metro Fifth Avenue BMT Broadway Line: 150 m
Closest airports:
- La Guardia Airport: 9 km
- Teterboro Airport: 17 km
- New York Skyports Seaplane Base: 4.2 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Wellness:
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna Additional charge
Activities:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Live music/performance
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Evening entertainment Additional charge
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Auditory guidance
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
Languages spoken:
- Arabic
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Turkish
- Chinese
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Video
- Telephone
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- 2 restaurants
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- Bath
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Flat-screen TV
Entertainment and family services:
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Parking Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs U S$95 per day.:
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
House Rules at The Plaza
Pets:
- Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Groups:
- When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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